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On a mission to halt the spread of disease and lessen its severity with affordable & accessible diagnostics, immunizations & preventive care at scale. Learn more at http://primary.health.

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Communities thrive when they choose healthcare partners that prioritize mastery & skill.

We offer tech expertise, innovative solutions, a commitment to quality, and impactful results.

Don't settle -- Insist on partnerships that elevate #CommunityHealth!

Book a call: tinyurl.com/435cfcze

05.03.2026 17:06 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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#NewbornScreening has long been one of #PublicHealth's most powerful tools for catching rare conditions before they cause harm. But #WholeGenomeSequencing is rewriting what's possible.

Read what it will take to do genomic newborn screening right: tinyurl.com/42s3acyp

#RareDiseaseDay

26.02.2026 17:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Inside the state lab guiding North Carolina’s measles response With at least 23 measles cases reported in North Carolina since December, critical public health decisions begin inside the State Laboratory of Public Health in Raleigh. Scientists there confirm…

As #measles cases rise in North Carolina, scientists at the State Laboratory of Public Health are confirming high-risk cases within hours, allowing officials to quickly notify exposed individuals and prevent further spread.

Read more:

25.02.2026 17:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Top medical groups join forces to review vaccine science as CDC faces criticism The American Medical Association is launching an effort to evaluate vaccine safety and effectiveness independently of U.S. government health agencies

The American Medical Association is launching an effort to evaluate vaccine safety and effectiveness independently of U.S. government health agencies

11.02.2026 15:42 πŸ‘ 1002 πŸ” 318 πŸ’¬ 43 πŸ“Œ 23
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Measles outbreak in Northern California is state’s first in half a decade An outbreak of eight measles cases in Shasta County is prompting state health officials to urge all residents to check their vaccination status.

An outbreak of eight measles cases in Shasta County is prompting state health officials to urge all residents to check their vaccination status.

11.02.2026 19:20 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 2
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One injection. Months of protection. For #BlackHIVAwarenessDay, discover how long-acting injectable #PrEP is transforming #HIV prevention.

Access to innovations like this matters most in communities most affected by the epidemic.

Learn more about #PrEPAccess: tinyurl.com/49d3z28w

06.02.2026 17:03 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What will newly approved GLP-1 pills for weight loss mean for 100+ million Americans with #obesity?

Primary.Health's medical director weighs in on the pills' appeal, cost, results, side effects, and risks, as compared to injectable GLP-1s: tinyurl.com/rmmrnx2j

#GLP1 #HeartHealth #Diabetes

05.02.2026 17:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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There's still time to register for the #APHL #HIT webinar series on Feb. 5 and see our #NewbornScreening Case Management platform in action.

We'll walk through a #CysticFibrosis case -- from initial screening through follow-up.

Register here and select Feb. 5 to join: lnkd.in/exXe4UFc

04.02.2026 17:04 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Do pediatricians make large profits from vaccines? Vaccine critics like to say that pediatricians profit from vaccines. This report found something very different.

Do pediatricians make large profits from vaccines? We followed the money. www.statnews.com/2026/01/29/p...

01.02.2026 16:51 πŸ‘ 30 πŸ” 15 πŸ’¬ 5 πŸ“Œ 5
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See our #NewbornScreening Case Management in action Feb. 5!

Join the #APHL #HIT webinar series and watch the our team showcase the full lifecycle of an NBS #CysticFibrosis case from initial screening through follow-up.

πŸ“… Feb. 5 - 12 PM PT

Register here - select Feb. 5: tinyurl.com/2npfyr27

29.01.2026 17:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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#WhoopingCough, or #pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory infection making a comeback.

It can make kids sick at any age, but is especially dangerous for young babies.

Learn how #vaccination lowers the risk of getting seriously ill with the infection: tinyurl.com/ydhhmune

28.01.2026 17:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Today marks a major moment for child health: the AAP has released its updated 2026 childhood and adolescent immunization schedule. Updated annually to reflect the latest scientific evidence, this year’s schedule is formally endorsed by 12 leading medical and healthcare organizations.
bit.ly/4r5KbaQ

26.01.2026 15:06 πŸ‘ 148 πŸ” 93 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 20
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1. Looks like 2026 will be a big year for #measles in the US. The #CDC reports there have already been 416 confirmed cases in 14 jurisdictions; only 3 of those have been imported. 94% of the cases this year were either unvaccinated or with unknown vax status.
This is up 245 cases in a week.

23.01.2026 19:09 πŸ‘ 109 πŸ” 49 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 11
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Game-changer for #CervicalCancer screening:

Thanks to FDA approval of self-collected #HPV testing, cervical cancer screening is easier, less invasive, and more accessible.

Learn why #HPVtesting is key to cervical cancer screening and the self-collected testing guidelines: tinyurl.com/3w295ehv

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I’m getting the HPV vaccine at 24. That’s a problem This writer is 24, in medical school β€” and is only now getting the HPV vaccine. The system failed her, she says.

This writer is 24, in medical school β€” and is only now getting the HPV vaccine. The system failed her, she says. www.statnews.com/2026/01/21/h...

21.01.2026 20:51 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Don't miss tomorrow's #SalivaDirectInc. webinar on β€œThe Power of Saliva: Revolutionizing Congenital CMV #NewbornScreening.”

Hear Dr. Mark Schleiss share ways saliva-based diagnostics can transform early #cCMV detection and improve babies' access to care.

Sign up here: forms.gle/rPSELZauzEbS...

20.01.2026 17:04 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Measles cases in South Carolina explode to 558, state officials say South Carolina reported nearly 250 new measles cases this week, official figures showed on Friday, bringing the total of confirmed infections to 558 since October as the threat of a wider outbreak inc...

The number of confirmed #measles cases in South Carolina has hit an astonishing 558 in an outbreak that started in October. For context: that is more cases in 4 months than the entire US racked up most years in the past 30+ years. www.reuters.com/business/hea...

19.01.2026 14:24 πŸ‘ 229 πŸ” 143 πŸ’¬ 6 πŸ“Œ 24
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When it comes to staying healthy, knowledge is power.

Check out our bilingual Patient Health Hub - your one-stop library of resources on #SexualHealth, #vaccines, #testing, #prevention, & more, vetted by our clinical team.
Get started: hhttps://tinyurl.com/yc39e92n

16.01.2026 14:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Access matters in flu prevention. That makes FluMist needle-free nasal spray flu #vaccine a game-changer.

Discover who's eligible for FluMist and how the nasal spray removes significant flu vaccine barriersβ€” from needle anxiety to clinic availability. tinyurl.com/nhfedzxs

#FluSeason #Influenza

14.01.2026 17:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us Jan 21st for SalivaDirect, Inc.'s first 2026 webinar!

Jack Hysell (Primary.Health) welcomes Dr. Mark Schleiss presenting "The Power of Saliva: Revolutionizing Congenital CMV Newborn Screening."

Learn how saliva diagnostics transform early detection.

Register: forms.gle/rPSELZauzEbS...

13.01.2026 18:46 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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On #NationalPharmacistsDay, we appreciate the contributions of community pharmacists -- #immunizers, #medication experts, and health coaches.

We're proud our technology supports your expanded care and expertise in communities.

Thank you for making healthcare more accessible for everyone.

12.01.2026 17:03 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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2,000+ cases of #measles were confirmed in the US in 2025 -- with the number still rising.

Anyone not protected against measles can get measles and easily spread it to others.

Get clinical guidance on measles (#MMR) #Vaccinations & boosters for all ages: tinyurl.com/ms42j4b2

09.01.2026 15:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Primary.Health Expands School Health Mission with ARPA-H-Funded BREATHE-SCALE Project Primary.Health will help power an up to 5-year federally funded air quality improvement project to monitor school air quality and reduce airborne health risks.

🌟 Exciting news in #SchoolHealth!

Primary.Health will support Poppy Health in a groundbreaking ARPA-H BREATHE program to transform indoor #AirQuality in U.S. schools.

Our goal is to cut school respiratory illness by 25% to make cleaner air and healthier days the new normal. tinyurl.com/2bj4t226

08.01.2026 14:49 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’‰ Did you know #NeedlePhobia affects up to 60% of adults?

Fear of needles creates barriers to essential vaccines, lab work, and life-saving medications.

But new solutions like Thimble Health's pain-relief patches are helping remove these barriers. Read more: ➑️ tinyurl.com/ykv9k6rz

#FluSeason

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Read our full statement by AAP President Dr. Andrew Racine on today’s HHS announcement about the childhood immunization schedule: www.aap.org/en/news-room...

05.01.2026 21:16 πŸ‘ 240 πŸ” 116 πŸ’¬ 10 πŸ“Œ 21
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When every minute matters, newborn screening teams need technology that responds, from first test to lifelong care.

Meet Newborn Screening Case Management:

🎯 Real-time performance metrics

🎯 Custom dashboards

🎯 Automated action lists

🎯 Trend analysis

Protect every baby: tinyurl.com/2s3s9x4j

05.01.2026 19:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Missed first vaccines make babies far more likely to miss measles shot, study finds Babies who don’t get their first round of vaccines on time at 2 months of age are much less likely to get vaccinated against measles, mumps, and rubella by age 2, a new study finds.

Missed first vaccines make babies far more likely to miss measles shot, study finds www.statnews.com/2026/01/02/m... via @statnews.com

02.01.2026 17:03 πŸ‘ 19 πŸ” 13 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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The numbers don’t lie: GLP-1 meds are game-changers in the fight against #obesity. But racial disparities in access persist.

Medical Director Adi Chandrasekhar, MD, MPH, FACP, explains how GLP-1 meds work and suggests steps to improve access. πŸ’ŠπŸ€ tinyurl.com/4j5b2ym6

#Diabetes

31.12.2025 17:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

>1 million Americans died in a traumatic viral pandemic, and America responded in the most American way, which was to make it more likely people would die of diseases we’d already contained by tearing up the social contract in the name of β€œfreedom” while disregarding the actual concept of freedom.

31.12.2025 15:12 πŸ‘ 420 πŸ” 194 πŸ’¬ 8 πŸ“Œ 9
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The top medical advances of 2025 It has been a tough year for medicine. But make no mistake: Science didn’t stop, and medicine has had its share of major advances.

The US science enterprise came under extraordinary attack in 2025. Despite the trauma and drama, science soldiered on, @matthewherper.bsky.social reports. www.statnews.com/2025/12/31/2...

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